Houston Astros RP Chad Qualls (back) said his back injury is not serious and does not expect to be placed on the 15-day disabled list. He said he had a similar injury earlier this season and it was no big deal. He does not think he will be available to pitch Thursday, Aug. 21.

Fantasy Tip: Qualls probably will sit out a few games because of the injury but should be back in the near future. Jose Veras probably is the leading candidate to close out games while Qualls is sidelined.